Automation Technician - West Pharmaceutical Services
  • Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
  • via BeBee.com
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Job Description

Support manufacturing projects and contribute to the development and implementation of the business manufacturing strategy.

We're a dedicated team connected by a purpose to improve patient lives. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines, our indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. We're equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

**Job Description:**

  • Support equipment process and product introduction projects
  • Implement manufacturing solutions to meet customer requirements
  • Participate in project teams to identify deliverables, time, and cost
  • Support Tech Group Europe's relationships with customers and equipment suppliers
  • Work with equipment suppliers to ensure delivery meets specification, cost, and time
  • Ensure equipment meets regulatory requirements
  • Support the installation of equipment and provide training
  • Work with all departments to ensure processes meet their requirements
  • Identify and introduce manufacturing methods and opportunities
  • Assist with training and development of personnel
  • Carry out maintenance of equipment

**Requirements:**

  • National Diploma in a suitable Engineering subject
  • At least 2 to 3 years' experience in supporting technical project management
  • Knowledge of computer systems, word processing, and spreadsheets
  • Knowledge of integrated manufacturing systems, Allen Bradley & Siemens PLC's, Motion and Machine Control Systems
  • Knowledge of Robotics, Cognex Vision Systems, Barcode Scanning & RFID Automatic Identification and Data Capture
  • Knowledge of Industrial Networks (Ethernet IP, Control Net & Profibus) and MES systems
  • Good understanding of Manufacturing Automation and Machine design, Development and Validation Process
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to accurately document work performed
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to travel as required
  • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
  • Detail-oriented and self-motivated

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**

  • Support equipment process and product introduction projects
  • Implement manufacturing solutions to meet customer requirements
  • Participate in project teams to identify deliverables, time, and cost
  • Support Tech Group Europe's relationships with customers and equipment suppliers
  • Work with equipment suppliers to ensure delivery meets specification, cost, and time
  • Ensure equipment meets regulatory requirements
  • Support the installation of equipment and provide training
  • Work with all departments to ensure processes meet their requirements
  • Identify and introduce manufacturing methods and opportunities
  • Assist with training and development of personnel
  • Carry out maintenance of equipment

**Delegation of Duties:**

  • When absent from the site, duties and responsibilities will be delegated to the Senior Automation Engineer

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